If you've done work in Windows for a long time, this is old news. The best way to have plugin support is simply
1) build a better RB support for external components. 2) Have certified escrow services that would protect the user in case the plugin manufacturer goes away. 3) Have better plugin support or even certification program from RB for Plugins.(make it cost effective) 4) Create a distribution channel that advertises such components. I realise the stigma on MAC people and plugins, but in Windows it has been such a blessing to have millions of components available(ActiveX and DLL's). I can get a component for my app(any app) now, right now. For macs, well thats a different story. Norman Palardy wrote: > On 13-May-07, at 1:54 PM, Giovanni wrote: > > >> Well thats where the rubber meets the road. >> >> The issue here is what should be included and what not. >> >> I think that RB currently has enough included in the ways of controls, >> except for the listbox/grid control. This should be included as >> most RB >> competitors in the same market have it and RB will benefit from having >> it.(PRO Version only) >> >> As to focus on Editfield VS 3D graphics is pure personal biased. >> Pleople >> who need 3D, need it and it should be included in the Pro Version. >> >> This is why I was saying that RS should not be trying to build all the >> tools for us, but to have the tools they already have work well. >> >> Work well should be key here. >> >> I would love better 3D party support. >> > > Better third party support is a chicken and egg problem. > > Reliable third parties are not going to be available if people won't > use their plugins, classes, etc and people won't use them if they > thing third parties are unreliable. > > The discussion at REAL World was about how to break this cycle and > grow the third party market because REAL does realize they cannot > address every need and a growing thriving third party market is > important to them and us. > > _______________________________________________ > Unsubscribe or switch delivery mode: > <http://www.realsoftware.com/support/listmanager/> > > Search the archives: > <http://support.realsoftware.com/listarchives/lists.html> > > _______________________________________________ Unsubscribe or switch delivery mode: <http://www.realsoftware.com/support/listmanager/> Search the archives: <http://support.realsoftware.com/listarchives/lists.html>
